March 2025
March 2025
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Branch News:
Think you can build the best bracket? 🏀✨ Join our March Madness Competition for a chance to win big and secure tickets to our annual conference!
Interested in Participating with the branch?
We are now accepting applications for our Board of Directors and Board of Advisors.
The Board of Directors consists of voting members who provide leadership, oversee committees, and play a vital role in advancing the mission of the IDA KSMO branch. This position requires a three-year commitment.
The Board of Advisors comprises non-voting members who support the success of our committees as dedicated volunteers for a one-year term.
We invite passionate individuals to join us in making a meaningful impact.
Updates from our 2024 Sponsors!
Susan, the owner, tutor and consultant of Susan's Learning Connection LLC has been busy finishing up her CALP and A-OGA certifications. These definitely deserve a shout out! WE ARE SO PROUD!! She will soon begin offering workshops, so keep an eye on her website! https://susanslearningconnectionllc.com/
Something I think definitely needs shouted for all to hear is that she offers Educational Consultations for parents of students with Dyslexia. From her website:
"If you have asked any of these questions or others:
Where do I even start to get my child help?
My child has a diagnosis but have no idea what to do now.
If I have my child evaluated, how do I understand what it means and what accommodations to ask the school to incorporate?
Do I request a 504 or IEP and what is the difference?
If you any asked these or others, then educational consulting is for you!"
image (1).pngSaddleback Educational Publishing has recently added their new Phonics Decodable Readers: https://www.sdlback.com/saddleback-decodables
These books are focused on Prefixes, Suffixes, Homophones, Challenging Spelling Patterns and Combined Patterns. You can see from the image to the left where they fit in our scope and sequence of our other decodable books/libraries.
The Center for Reading has opened enrollment for their Secret Codes camp. It is a transformative summer program designed to enhance reading skills and prevent reading failure.
Find more information on their website.
The Center for Reading at Pittsburg State university in Pittsburg, Kansas has been busy speaking at conferences this spring.
We are thrilled to announce that R.E.A.D. Redefined, a Wichita-based leader in teacher training, has earned the prestigious Accreditation PLUS distinction from the International Dyslexia Association (IDA).
This honor recognizes our commitment to the highest standards in Structured Literacy and evidence-based practices that support educators and students nationwide. As Kansas continues its efforts to improve literacy outcomes, this milestone highlights the importance of equipping teachers with the tools they need for success.
We invite you to learn more by reviewing the attached press release, which provides further details about this achievement, its significance, and the impact of our work on literacy education.
New literacy products that educators are loving:
As we hear back from more of our sponsors, we'll continue to share their updates.
Information for the Professional:
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The Kansas Board of Regents Course Series introduces the Foundations of the Science of Reading Course. The course is described as being designed for practicing teachers to build on your literacy expertise and incorporate the work you're doing in your classroom, to gain deeper understanding of Structured Literacy. Coaches are available to support application and implementation through communities of practice and coaching. If you'd like more information, fill out this link.
*Offered at universities and independent colleges across the state. To learn more information,
Q: Why do educators seek CERI certification?
A: Many teachers who seek CERI certification have completed teacher preparation programs and have been awarded a teaching license. However, teacher preparation programs often do not provide prospective teachers with the evidence-based knowledge and skills they need to teach reading effectively, particularly to students who struggle in learning to read and write, and licensure tests often do not test this content.
CERI certification is a way for teachers to demonstrate and be recognized for their evidence-based knowledge and skills. Teachers, including those in private practice, may want to provide school and district administrators, parents, and clients validation of their knowledge and skills for providing effective instruction, assessment, and intervention.
The evidence-based content important to effective reading instruction is outlined in IDA’s Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading (KPS).
Helpful Parent Tips:
Advocating for Students with Dyslexia in Public Schools.pdfPage updated
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